HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)

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HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation
HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation

Our Rating: 56 %

Detailed comparison and review of HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

powerful intel processor

high-resolution display

lightweight design

robust security features

expandable memory options

expensive price point

limited port selection

average battery life

loud fan noise

Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive thermal management

good battery life

reliable performance

heavier than competitors

limited GPU options

average display brightness

costlier than rivals

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation and Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
82 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
78 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation vs. Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Product Type Mobile workstation Mobile workstation - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.6 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.9 cm 36.19 cm x 25.55 cm x 2.11 cm
Weight 1.73 kg 1.7 kg
Case Material - Carbon fibre (top), glass-fibre (top), polycarbonate (top), polyphenylene sulfide (bottom)
Colour Nouvelle silver Villi black
DISPLAY HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Screen Size (Type) 16" - IPS 16" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 100% sRGB 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, WUXGA ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA), narrow bezel bent Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, DC dimming, 85.4% screen-to-body ratio
PROCESSOR HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
CPU Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 12700H / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i7 (13th Gen) 1360P / 2.2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.7 GHz 5 GHz
Number of Cores 14-core 12-core
Cache L3 - 24 MB 18 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
RAM 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 64 GB -
RAM Type DDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR5X SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 4800 MHz 7500 MHz
Rated Speed 4800 MHz 7500 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 262-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 0 -
STORAGE HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe), Performance
AUDIO & VIDEO HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Multi-GPU Configuration 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU 1 single GPU card / integrated GPU
Graphics Processor (GPU) NVIDIA RTX A1000 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics NVIDIA RTX A500 / Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported - 3 external monitor(s)
Video Memory 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM 4 GB GDDR6 SDRAM
Video System Features - NVIDIA TXAA, Direct X 12 Ultimate, Vulkan Support, NVIDIA FXAA
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features IR camera, Windows Hello Privacy shutter, Windows Hello, fixed focus, Discrete IR, Ultrasonic Human Presence Detection
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Four speakers, HP World Facing Microphone / dual-array digital microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio Input: Dolby Voice, far-field
COMMUNICATIONS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E) Bluetooth 5.1, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211
Network Interface - Gigabit Ethernet
Ethernet Controller - Intel I219-V
Features Miracast, dual stream (2x2) Wake-on-LAN (WOL), dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation - 4G upgradable
BATTERY HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Technology 6-cell lithium polymer Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 86 Wh 52.5 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 150 Watt 100 Watt
INPUT HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Keyboard Name HP Premium Quiet Keyboard -
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Volume control, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, spill-resistant, DuraKeys Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1 (charging)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery, Sleep & Charge)
DisplayPort
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 2.0 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI (4K support)
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 11 Pro) + Windows 11 Pro Licence - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included HP Support Assistant, HP Hotkey Support, HP Performance Advisor, Windows Defender, HP Device Access Manager, HP Image Assistant, HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Privacy Settings, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Noise Cancellation Software, HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP ZCentral Remote Boost 2020 Software for Z workstation (free download), Data Science Stack, HP Z Light Space NVIDIA RTX Desktop Manager
MISCELLANEOUS HP ZBook Studio G9 Mobile Workstation Lenovo ThinkPad P16s Gen 2 (21HK)
Included Accessories HP 150 Watt Smart Slim AC Adapter USB-C slim power adapter
Integrated Options Tile module, HP Tamper Lock -
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features BIOS Absolute Persistence, Power On Authentication, Pre-boot Authentication, Master Boot Record Security, HP Sure Start Gen 6 Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password, bottom cover tamper detection
Compliant Standards Low halogen RoHS, TCG Certified, TCO Certified 9.0
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature - 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature - 5 °C
Humidity Range Operating - 8 - 95%
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 3 years Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site - response time: next business day
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